1 in 3 women will experience domestic abuse in her lifetime. The practice isn't exclusive to women as men are also victims of domestic violence. Nailah shares her personal story of how she escaped a violent relationship.

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I Stayed Even Though He Beat Me

I was told that I should write a book of sayings one day. So I did. Here's the story of how "Drive Yourself in the Right Direction: Simple Quotes on How to Achieve Your Best Self" came to be and my first radio interview. I speak with Jesse Menendez of Vocalo's Music Vox. 

Radio Interview: Behind "Drive Yourself in the Right Direction"

Shantell sits down with neosoul duo Kindred the Family Soul. They talk about how they got their start, work-life balance (they have 6 children) and upcoming projects. The couple also talk about what it's like to work with your life partner.

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Kindred the Family Soul

Teachers haven't went on strike in 25 years. That was until today. Some feel like they should until their needs are met while others say only the children will suffer. Shantell speaks to concerned citizens and parents of CPS students about the subject.

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The Community Speaks Out on the CPS Teacher Strike in Chicago

I had to honor of speaking with the legendary MC Lyte as she was in town promoting her new book "Unstoppable." The hip hop pioneer talks frankly about hip hop then and now, navigating the world of fame and her philanthropic efforts to give back to the community. 

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The Legendary MC Lyte

Charlie Murphy's no stranger to making people laugh, but what happens when you don't feel like being "on?" I speak with him about his journey to showbiz and the many obstacles he's overcome while pursuing his dreams. Fellow comedian and tour partner Freez Luv also weighs in on fame.

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Charlie Murphy Talks the Real

This is a hilarious conversation that I had with Patrice after she received a list of "suggestions" from her husband on how to be a good wife. Needless to say, Patrice wasn't thrilled. 

Patrice Says Hell No To The Good Wives Guide

By now you've seen the hilarious account of how Oklahoma resident Sweet Brown escaped an apartment building fire. Since going viral last year, Sweet Brown has not just become an internet sensation, but has appeared on various television outlets and celebrity endorsements. Hear Shantell's entertaining conversation with Sweet Brown.

Sweet Brown Has Time For Shantell

Shantell is a graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism and native of Chicago. She gives useful advice via her "Ask Shan Tell'em" column, which can be found on shantelljamison.com. She's been featured on a variety of radio programs, including WVON 1690AM, KDKA Newsradio 1020AM, Vocalo 90.7FM, WBEZ 91.5FM and WYCA 102.3FM to name a few. 

Her debut book, "Drive Yourself in the Right Direction: Simple Quotes on how to Achieve Your Best Self" is available now on Amazon.com. 

Shantell J.

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